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Taiwan director Chi Po-lin passes away; Taipei 101 lights up in tribute

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Last updated 2026-11-10 — On June 10, 2017, shocking news spread across Taiwan — Chi Po-lin, director of the documentary "Beyond Beauty: Taiwan from Above," died in a helicopter crash while scouting locations near the Changhong Bridge in Hualien. The pilot and assistant on board also perished...

By MOOK Scenic Spots, compiled and reported

On June 10, 2017, shocking news spread across Taiwan — Chi Po-lin, director of the documentary "Beyond Beauty: Taiwan from Above," died in a helicopter crash while scouting locations near the Changhong Bridge in Hualien. The pilot and assistant on board also perished; Taipei 101 urgently announced that it would light up in memory of Director Chi Po-lin from 6:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. on June 11. In addition to displaying “Beyond Beauty: Taiwan from Above” at the spire, the exterior walls of the 59th and 60th floors will also show the message “Beyond Beauty: Taiwan from Above — Forever Chi Po-lin Green On.””The original plan to light up the tower in purple on Sundays was changed to white in his honor.
 
 

Taipei 101 lit up specially on the evening of June 11 to honor Director Chi Po-lin. (Image source / Taipei 101)

On June 8, the production launch conference for "Beyond Beauty: Taiwan from Above II" had just been held. "Beyond Beauty: Taiwan from Above II" not only features aerial footage of Taiwan but also includes plans for cross-border shoots. A 4K teaser for the sequel was also unveiled at the press conference. Now, with the tragic news, people from all walks of life and fans who loved "Beyond Beauty: Taiwan from Above" — as well as those who care deeply about Taiwan — feel profound sorrow.

Taipei 101 is also one of the iconic landmarks featured in "Beyond Beauty: Taiwan from Above." On Sunday night, it was specially lit up to mourn Director Chi Po-lin. If you pass by or see Taipei 101, take a moment to look up in tribute to Director Chi’s dedication and contributions to aerial filming in Taiwan.


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